Internal Communications & Engagement Lead

Cowan Systems, LLC; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting at $28-30 per hour

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

Life, Short term, Long term disability

PTO and 401K

Job summary

Cowan Systems, LLC is seeking an Internal Communications & Engagement Specialist to develop and deliver communication strategies that inform, connect, and motivate our workforce. You will oversee internal materials, support recognition initiatives, and plan engagement events in alignment with company values.

The role requires collaboration with leadership, on-site work at Cowan facilities, and periodic travel to offsite locations, with opportunities to influence culture and brand engagement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, HR, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in internal communications or employee engagement.
• 1+ years of experience in event management & coordination.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to tailor messaging.
• Proficiency with SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and communication platforms.
• Ability to plan, organize, manage multiple projects.
• Creative and collaborative mindset with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and distribute internal newsletters, announcements, and orientation content.
• Manage SharePoint updates and posting of events, milestones, new hires, and quarterly results.
• Coordinate content for safety meetings, town halls, and new driver welcome emails.
• Create internal promotional materials, including videos and campaigns.
• Maintain consistency and oversee distribution of the employee handbook.
• Plan and execute employee engagement events (cookouts, luncheons, celebrations, activities).
• Organize driver appreciation events and recognition opportunities.
• Administer recognition programs and retirement acknowledgments.
• Manage annual event calendar for engagement and recognition initiatives.
• Support brand engagement through swag/store; collaborate with leadership.
• Collaborate with leadership and support marketing/sales initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Skills

Internal comms

Employee engagement

Event management

Written communication

SharePoint

MS Office

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, HR

Tools

SharePoint

MS Office

Job description

Cowan Systems, LLC is seeking an Internal Communications & Engagement Specialist to develop and deliver communication strategies that inform, connect, and motivate our workforce. You will oversee internal materials, support recognition initiatives, and plan engagement events in alignment with company values.

The role requires collaboration with leadership, on-site work at Cowan facilities, and periodic travel to offsite locations, with opportunities to influence culture and brand engagement